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Johnny Kapahala: Back on Board

2007·Movie
1h 30min
IMDb5.5Rotten Tomatoes–66%

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Disney+

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A touch of humor.

Energy

Fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Fast Pace7
  • Adrenaline6
  • Spectacle5

Heart

Heartwarming and uplifting

Much of it is about family and growing up.

  • Wholesome9
  • Hopefulness9
  • Family Dynamics8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy4
  • Physical Comedy3
  • Wit & Wordplay2

World

Sports, family, and everyday modern life

  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability7
  • Dialogue Centrality6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Narrative Structure7
  • Direction6
  • Acting6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Centrality6

Who it's for

Family Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

He's Back! And Catching More Waves!

Johnny Kapahala, a teen snowboarding champion from Vermont, returns to Oahu, Hawaii, for the wedding of his hero -- his grandfather, local surf legend Johnny Tsunami -- and to catch a few famous Kauai waves. When Johnny arrives, he meets his new family including "Uncle Chris" (the 12-year-old son of his new step-grandmother) who resents the upcoming marriage. Chris's only interest is to join a mountain boarding crew led by a teenage bully. When Johnny's grandfather and his new wife open a surf shop that also caters to mountain boarders, they are soon embroiled in a turf war with a rival shop owner who wants to shut their business down.
Family-FriendlyTeen Sports AdventureComing-of-Age StorySequelWholesome EntertainmentHawaii SettingMountain BoardingLighthearted ConflictIntergenerational Bonds

Crew

Directed by:
Eric Bross
Written by:
Douglas Sloan, Max Enscoe, Annie DeYoung
Produced by:
Douglas Sloan, Gina Black, Jason La Padura
Composed by:
Nathan Wang

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Where can I stream Johnny Kapahala: Back on Board legally?

Disney+

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Is Johnny Kapahala: Back on Board worth watching?

60
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Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60/100 (IMDb 5.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is Johnny Kapahala: Back on Board?

1 h 30 min

Johnny Kapahala: Back on Board runs 1 h 30 min.

What language is Johnny Kapahala: Back on Board in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Johnny Kapahala: Back on Board?

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